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Definition Based on Context (High School)

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    Use context clues to figure out the definition of each word.
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  • Dad spent countless hours caring for and manicuring his grass, so he hated when his neighbors neglected their lawns. Define: neglect
    fail to care for properly.
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  • After studying for twelve hours straight, Rob was growing weary. Define: weary
    feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep.
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  • Contrary to my mother's opinion that I should stay home on graduation night, I would like to go to a large party. Define: Contrary
    the opposite
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  • Whenever Bob was more than an hour late, Janice became very anxious. Define: anxious
    experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness
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  • Al had hoped that with his extraordinary athletic abilities he would get a college scholarship, but he injured his knee junior year. Define: extraordinary
    very unusual or remarkable.
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  • Jackie plans every party as thoroughly as if the President were coming, so she will make sure that everything has been considered on your big day. Define: thorough
    complete with regard to every detail
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  • Jack likes to sit on the edge of the pier when the wind is calm and the water is tranquil. Define: Tranquil
    free from disturbance; calm.
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  • Paul was reluctant to take the car to the mechanics, since last time it cost him seven hundred dollars, but the engine was making such a squeal that he scheduled an appointment. Define: reluctant
    unwilling and hesitant; disinclined.
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  • Mom said that your timeout is done, Dominick. You can come out and play now. You don't have to keep sulking in your room. Define: sulk
    a period of gloomy and bad-tempered silence stemming from annoyance and resentment.
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